Growing up, I worked in our family men’s wear retail business working alongside my father for several years, who taught me many important skills such as having a good work ethic, how to treat people with respect and the importance of customer care. After a period of time I felt the urge to spread my wings and shifted my career to the wholesale side of the apparel business, in womenswear. 

I was fortunate to enjoy a 40 year career as an apparel sales agent and as a corporate sales manger for Canada & USA. During this time I met my beautiful wife Liz and joined the world of Cathy Allan. Over the years we were able to work together from time to time since we were both in the fashion business, but eventually the time came to make some life changes. We decided to join forces working together full time to focus on growing, modernizing, and improving Cathy Allan for the years ahead. From this grew Lizzy’s by Cathy Allan for formalwear. Between us, Liz and I have 5 kids, 7 grandkids and we’re growing!

I thoroughly enjoy working with the great group of ladies we have here at Cathy Allan and Lizzy’s. They keep me well fed.

“My husband and I moved to Lindsay several years ago after living on Stoney Lake and previously in Georgetown. I was retired from administration and office management when we left Georgetown. Once we moved to Lindsay I was bored, so I began to work at Cathy Allan in 2017 and I immediately loved working there! I enjoy working at Cathy Allan so much it doesn't feel like work. I have the best boss ever! I enjoy helping our customers and getting to know the people in our community. When not working I look forward to spending time with my husband and visiting with my daughter and grandson who live in Peterborough."

"I am so excited to be a part of the Cathy Allan team.
2020 was quite a year to say the least. The company that I worked at for 15 years was struggling due to COVID and as a result I laid off, so I decided to semi retire and look for a part time job. Cathy Allan’s was on the top of my list. I love the clothes and the people are always so kind and helpful. I knew that I wanted to be a part of this team. Fortunately, Liz and Ron welcomed me with open arms.

I have worked in sales for most of my career in the clothing industry, direct marketing and recently in corporate sales for large volume clients, so I am able to use my experience and skills to help as much as possible and provide good service. I am blessed to have a wonderful daughter who is extremely supportive and as excited as I am for me to be on the Cathy Allan team. We have made Cathy Allan a destination for her Christmas Eve dress for many years, and have always had a happy experience. When I am not at Cathy Allan I enjoy spending time with family and friends, baking with my daughter, living an active lifestyle that includes working out and golfing. I love hosting social gatherings and I am a huge Raptors fan! I am eager and enthusiastic and look forward to be a part of the Cathy Allan community."

"I have worked with the Cathy Allan team over the past few years. Fashion is my passion and I take great pleasure in helping our customers look fabulous and to feel great. I am authentic and honest with a true appreciation for quality and fit and enjoy providing valuable insight into current and upcoming trends to help our customers make intelligent wardrobe decisions.

I am a graduate of the University of Manitoba with a degree in Human Ecology with an emphasis on Clothing & Textiles and Business Administration. In the past I have worked for the Manitoba Association of Fashion Designers, a Winnipeg based fashion designer, as well as a Peterborough based designer. I was also a Senior Executive with The Hudson’s Bay Company as a Store Manager as well as a Marketing and Special Projects Manager. I am proud to be a member of The Women’s Business Network of Peterborough for the past eleven years and volunteering in the community."

A new resident to Lindsay. Prior to joining the Cathy Allan’s Ladies wear fashion team, Alexsandra has focused her career in service inspired customer facing positions. She has been a Special Event’s Coordinator, Brand Ambassador, a Service Manager in the restaurant industry, and spent 14 years in a seasonal small business.

When not working and spending time with her two sons and husband, Alexsandra loves to give back to the community. She has held multiple executive and board positions. Currently she is an Executive Director of a non-profit registered charity special needs hockey program.

Says Alex: “I believe every woman deserves to feel her best and look her best in casual to formal wear. I am excited and look forward to assisting you pick the classic and on trend pieces in apparel and accessories to add to your wardrobe”.

“It has been my pleasure to work for my niece, Liz for over 15 years as her bookkeeper.

I work behind the scenes and can usually be found in my office downstairs but occasionally I wander upstairs and get to experience the joy on ladies faces when they find that perfect outfit.

The Cathy Allan team works diligently to help their customers find just what they are looking for. They are wonderful gals and delightful to work with, and it is especially a pleasure for me to work with my daughter Leslie.”

For over 15 years I worked as a PSW at Lakeview Manor in Beaverton, and then followed up doing home care, assisting clients in their own home whether it be daily drop-ins or overnight. In 2015 I switched things up and found myself in the world of retail sales working in a local jewelry store and then into fashion selling clothing and accessories. These were different positions entirely from my experience as a PSW, but the one thing in common is that both areas gravitate around the fact that I am helping someone, and hoping in some small way that I will help to make a part of their day easier for them.

This experience brought me to Cathy Allan and I am thoroughly enjoying my time here. I love fashion and the aspect of helping someone to find that perfect outfit – something the customer will love and feel confident wearing.

I am also an animal lover and I have two cats and a handsome little dog named Max. Outside of work I love hanging out with my husband, our kids and family. My two granddaughters are the apple of my eye. My heart is full.